“We have an extensive range that aims to address these challenges, including induction-cooking equipment which can almost double the energy efficiency when compared to gas hobs. “We’re finding that energy efficiencies, reducing costs and eliminating unnecessary waste are high on the agenda for the hospitality sector,” Mr Donnellan explained. “We also know how valuable our customers’ time is and we aim to provide a seamless, hassle-free way to get all the catering equipment they need.”Įnergy saving and switching to environmentally friendly options are key concerns for the hospitality industry, with businesses looking at ways to reduce food and other waste. “We’re committed to offering our customers the best experience whether they’re shopping online, ordering over the phone or paying a visit to our new showroom. “These people drive everything we do at Nisbets they encourage us to innovate and develop new products to help them succeed. “Our aim is to support our customers whether they’re running a restaurant, bar, a work canteen or simply love to cook. “From the smallest cafe owner to the larger hotels, the passion for creating good food and welcoming guests is incredible,” he continued. “However, the food industry is also the most resilient and continues to bounce back time and again. “The food industry is hit hard and fast whenever there is a crisis, whether it’s a severe weather event, an ash cloud, covid-19 or an economic downturn. “It has been inspiring to see our customers’ businesses go from strength to strength despite the economic challenges,” Mr Donnellan added.

Picture: Brian Lougheedīusinesses in the hospitality industry have had a challenging few years, dealing with increasing costs after facing prolonged closures and staff shortages during the pandemic.

“In addition to our Cork location, we have a nationwide field sales team and service engineer as well as retail stores in Dublin and Belfast.”Īt the official opening of Nisbets’ national distribution centre and showroom in Blarney Business Park were Eoghan Donnellan, Nisbets’ general manager for Ireland Finance Minister Michael McGrath and Robin White, Nisbets’ managing director for the UK and Ireland. We’re delighted to see our team here expand. “Cork is where our first Irish office opened in 1992 and opening our Irish distribution centre is certainly one of the highlights over our 30-year history in Ireland. The company’s customer support, sales, accounts, and warehousing operations are located at the facility which is also home to more than 6,000 products for bars, hotels, restaurants, and home kitchens.Īn additional 22,000 lines are available online.Įoghan Donnellan, Nisbets’ general manager, said: “It has been an exciting period of expansion for us in Ireland with Cork at the very centre. The new distribution centre was officially opened in March 2023 and extends to 62,000 sq feet. Nisbets’ Irish operation is headquartered at the Blarney Business Park. It employs more than 2,000 people worldwide, receives 12,000 orders daily, and has offices in the UK, Ireland, Belgium, Holland, France, Germany, Australia, and New Zealand. Today it stocks more than 35,000 products with customers able to buy online, by phone, and at 40 locations including its newest customer showroom at the Blarney Business Park in Cork. By the mid-1990s Nisbets had a range of 8,000 products available in the UK and Ireland.

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